Monday, September 13, 2010
Saturday, September 11, 2010
September Well Adult Clinic
Well Adult Clinic at American Legion Sept. 16, 12-1 pm. Vision Screening by D'Ambrosio Eye Care, blood pressure screening by town nurse.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Selectmen's Agenda for September 15, 2010
MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of September 1, 2010
3. Selectmen Approve and Sign Payroll Warrant W11P in the amount of $_____________ and Vendor Warrant W12B in the amount of $____________
4. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on Letter to Ashby Residents regarding CDBG Funding for Road Projects
5. Request for Selectman’s Signature on Modification of Mortgage Amendment Cost for Housing Rehab Program Participant (MRPC)
6. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on (3) CDBG FY09 Agreements for Housing Rehab/Septic Program Participants (MRPC)
7. Request for Selectman’s Signature on Request for Release of Funds and Certification Form for Community Development Fund I (MRPC)
8. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on Acceptance of Deed for the Mary Damon Forest Legacy Parcel
9. Request for Selectman’s Signature on Amended Proposal Authorization for Design and Construction of Sewer Disposal System Connection (Board of Health Member)
10. Request for Selectmen’s Acceptance of Resignation of Bruce Adams as Board of Health Chairman effective September 1, 2010 11. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report
12. Public Comments (if any)
13. Adjourn
Friday, September 3, 2010
Ashby Legion's First Annual Car Show
Ashby American Legion Post 361 Just a reminder to all - The 1st Annual Car Show for Charity - to be held on Sept. 5th @ Allen Field - Gates open @ 9:00am. There is a $2 donation at the door for adults. There will be music & food and fun all day! The weather looks as though it will be with us for the day! So come on out and support our cause
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Register to Vote for State Primary Election
August 25, 2010 is the last day to register to vote at the State Primary Election to be held on September 14, 2010
Monday, August 16, 2010
Selectmen's Agenda for August 18, 2010
SELECTMEN’S MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of August 4 and August 11, 2010
3. Selectmen Approve and Sign Payroll Warrant W07P in the amount of
$39,404.77, Vendor Warrant W08B in the amount of $21,189.79
4. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on FY2010 CDBG
Community Development Fund I Contract
5. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on FY2010 CDBG
MRPC Management Services Contract (Ann Carabba)
6. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Statement of
Authorization for FY2011 Council on Aging Formula Grant
7. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Federal FY2012
Forest Legacy Grant Letter of Support (Al Futterman)
8. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on State Primary
Warrant (Town Clerk)
9. Update on the Collins Research Group.
10. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report
11. Public Comments (if any)
12 Adjourn
Friday, August 13, 2010
Join the Ashby Cultural Council - We need new members!!
JOIN THE ASHBY CULTURAL COUNCIL !!
We are looking for new members to join the Ashby Cultural Council. This group supports local artists and brings wonderful cultural programming to Ashby, and it is in danger of folding if we can't attract some new members. We meet 4-5 times a year, with our busiest time coming up in the fall when grant applications are made. Please email us as soon as possible at: ashbyculturalcouncil@gmail.com if you are interested in being part of this wonderful local organization !! Or call 978-386-6880 for more information.
For more information about the Massachusetts Cultural Council:
http://www.massculturalcouncil.org/programs/lccgrants.html
photo courtesy of Rick Hamelin, (Pied Potter)
Friday, August 6, 2010
Local Contractors Needed for Ashby Housing Program
The Towns of Ashby was recently awarded Community Development Block Grant funds to conduct a housing rehabilitation program within town.
The Montachusett Regional Planning Commission (MRPC) has been hired by the Town to administer the grant program. We are looking for local contractors that might be interested in participating in the program.
The type of renovations that are covered within this program is roofing repairs or replacement; installing insulation; window and door replacement; upgrades to heating, plumbing and electrical systems; drainage and structural issues; removal of lead or asbestos; and repairs or replacement for failed septic systems.
If you are a licensed general contractor, lead remover, electrician, plumber, or septic installer, carry insurance, and are looking for local jobs, please contact Shelly Hatch at MRPC, 978-345-7376, x305.
The Montachusett Regional Planning Commission (MRPC) has been hired by the Town to administer the grant program. We are looking for local contractors that might be interested in participating in the program.
The type of renovations that are covered within this program is roofing repairs or replacement; installing insulation; window and door replacement; upgrades to heating, plumbing and electrical systems; drainage and structural issues; removal of lead or asbestos; and repairs or replacement for failed septic systems.
If you are a licensed general contractor, lead remover, electrician, plumber, or septic installer, carry insurance, and are looking for local jobs, please contact Shelly Hatch at MRPC, 978-345-7376, x305.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Selectmen's Meeting Agenda for August 4, 2010
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of July 21, 2010
3. Selectmen Approve and Sign Payroll Warrant W05P in the amount of $____________, and Vendor Warrant W06B in the amount of $____________
4. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on MIIA Health Benefits Trust Agreement (Town Treasurer and MIIA Representative)
5. Selectmen Discuss Next Round of Community Development Block Grant Applications (Shelly Hatch)
6. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on HUD Grant Commitment Letter (Alan Pease)
7. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on 2 One Day Liquor Licenses for the Fitchburg Rod and Gun Club
8. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of to the Police Regionalization Study Committee
9. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report
10. Public Comments (if any)
11. Selectmen Enter Executive Session to Discuss the Deployment of or Strategy Regarding Security Personnel and will Reconvene in Open Session
12. Adjourn
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of July 21, 2010
3. Selectmen Approve and Sign Payroll Warrant W05P in the amount of $____________, and Vendor Warrant W06B in the amount of $____________
4. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on MIIA Health Benefits Trust Agreement (Town Treasurer and MIIA Representative)
5. Selectmen Discuss Next Round of Community Development Block Grant Applications (Shelly Hatch)
6. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on HUD Grant Commitment Letter (Alan Pease)
7. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on 2 One Day Liquor Licenses for the Fitchburg Rod and Gun Club
8. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of to the Police Regionalization Study Committee
9. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report
10. Public Comments (if any)
11. Selectmen Enter Executive Session to Discuss the Deployment of or Strategy Regarding Security Personnel and will Reconvene in Open Session
12. Adjourn
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Police-Dispatch Regionalization Committee
The Board of Selectmen is establishing a Committee to look into Police and Dispatch regionalization with Townsend. Residents intersted in being on this committee should contact the Administrative Assistant by Tuesday, August 2, 2010. Please include your name, address and why you would like to be appointed to the committee.
Ashby Townsend Police and Communication Regionalization Analysis from the Division of Local Services, Dept. of Revenue.
Administrative Assistant
978-386-2501 x 11
email
Ashby Townsend Police and Communication Regionalization Analysis from the Division of Local Services, Dept. of Revenue.
Administrative Assistant
978-386-2501 x 11
Friday, July 16, 2010
Selectmen's Agenda for July 21
DRAFT SELECTMEN’S MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of July 7, 2010
3. Selectmen Approve and Sign Vendor Warrant W56B in the amount of
$____________, Payroll Warrant W03P in the amount of $____________,
and Vendor Warrant W04B in the amount of $____________
4. Selectmen Discuss Committee for Ashby/Townsend Police Regionalization
Analysis
5. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report
6. Public Comments (if any)
7. Adjourn
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of July 7, 2010
3. Selectmen Approve and Sign Vendor Warrant W56B in the amount of
$____________, Payroll Warrant W03P in the amount of $____________,
and Vendor Warrant W04B in the amount of $____________
4. Selectmen Discuss Committee for Ashby/Townsend Police Regionalization
Analysis
5. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report
6. Public Comments (if any)
7. Adjourn
Friday, July 9, 2010
Ashby Receives $802,179 CDBG grant
Ashby receives $802,179 Community Development Block Grant for Wheeler Road reclamation and repaving; Housing rehabilitation (10 units) (Off site news story)
Ashby Alumni Association "Wall of Fame" Award
Ashby Alumni Association Annual Meeting. The "Wall of Fame" Award goes to Raymond Wilkinson and Richard Wilkinson. (Off site news story)
Meeting Notices Will Be Posted in Back of Town Hall
Effective July 1, 2010 Meeting notices will be posted at the elevator in the back of Town Hall. This is to comply with the new Open Meeting Law requirements until a bulletin board is installed in front of Town Hall.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Selectmen's Agenda July 7, 2010
DRAFT SELECTMEN’S MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of June 23, 2010
3. Selectmen Approve and Sign Payroll Warrant W53P in the amount of $_____________, Vendor Warrant W54B in the amount of $_________, Vendor Warrant W54B1 in the amount of $__________, Payroll Warrant W01P in the amount of $_____________and Vendor Warrant W02B in the amount of $_____________
4. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer #10-37 in the amount of $3,271.68 to the EMS ALS Charges and Fees Expense Account
5. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Year End Transfer #10-AT16 in the amount of $1,405.56 to the Memorial Day Expense Account
6. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Year End Transfer #10-AT17 in the amount of $400.00 to the Highway Expense Account
7. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Year End Transfer #10-AT18 in the amount of $500.00 to the Highway Road Maintenance Expense Account
8. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Year End Transfer #10-AT19 in the amount of $1,000.00 to the RCTS Recycling Expense Account
9. Request for Selectmen’s Authorization to establish a Town and Community Page on Facebook (Alan Pease)
10. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on 2010 Common Victualler’s License for the Community Council
11. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Bill Davis as Tree Warden until the Next Town Election
12. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on House Bill 4792 Letter of Support
13. Request for Selectmen’s Approval to Participate in the NERAC Regional Equipment Cache Program
14. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report
15. Public Comments (if any)
16. Adjourn
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of June 23, 2010
3. Selectmen Approve and Sign Payroll Warrant W53P in the amount of $_____________, Vendor Warrant W54B in the amount of $_________, Vendor Warrant W54B1 in the amount of $__________, Payroll Warrant W01P in the amount of $_____________and Vendor Warrant W02B in the amount of $_____________
4. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer #10-37 in the amount of $3,271.68 to the EMS ALS Charges and Fees Expense Account
5. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Year End Transfer #10-AT16 in the amount of $1,405.56 to the Memorial Day Expense Account
6. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Year End Transfer #10-AT17 in the amount of $400.00 to the Highway Expense Account
7. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Year End Transfer #10-AT18 in the amount of $500.00 to the Highway Road Maintenance Expense Account
8. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Year End Transfer #10-AT19 in the amount of $1,000.00 to the RCTS Recycling Expense Account
9. Request for Selectmen’s Authorization to establish a Town and Community Page on Facebook (Alan Pease)
10. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on 2010 Common Victualler’s License for the Community Council
11. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Bill Davis as Tree Warden until the Next Town Election
12. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on House Bill 4792 Letter of Support
13. Request for Selectmen’s Approval to Participate in the NERAC Regional Equipment Cache Program
14. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report
15. Public Comments (if any)
16. Adjourn
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Ashby Center Sewer Study
The Planning Board has engaged the Montachusett Regional Planning Commission to conduct a study of the feasability of public sewer in the town center. The study will cover the area from Ashby Elementary School to Turnpike Rd. and a smaller core area around the Town Common. Map of proposed area. Scope of Services
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
July 3rd and Band Concert Schedule
July 3rd Band Concert, Allen Field, 7:30 pm
July 3rd Bonfire, Ashby Fire Dept., Allen Field 9:30 pm
July 7th Band Concert, Town Common, 7:30 pm
July 14th Band Concert, Town Common, 7:30 pm
July 21th Band Concert, Town Common, 7:30 pm
July 28th Band Concert, Town Common, 7:30 pm
August 4th Band Concert, Town Common, 7:30 pm
Due to budget reductions there are no Big Band concerts this year.
July 3rd Bonfire, Ashby Fire Dept., Allen Field 9:30 pm
July 7th Band Concert, Town Common, 7:30 pm
July 14th Band Concert, Town Common, 7:30 pm
July 21th Band Concert, Town Common, 7:30 pm
July 28th Band Concert, Town Common, 7:30 pm
August 4th Band Concert, Town Common, 7:30 pm
Due to budget reductions there are no Big Band concerts this year.
Selectmen's Agenda June 23, 2010
SELECTMEN’S MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of June 9, 2010
3. Selectmen Approve and Sign Payroll Warrant W51P in the amount of $41,742.96,
Vendor Warrant W52B in the amount of $37,498.48, Vendor Warrant W52B1 in
the amount of $48,212.41 and Vendor Warrant W00B in the amount of
$159,306.82
4. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on CDBG AH FY09 Housing Rehabilitation
Agreement Hubbardston Case #7 for $12,315.00 (Shelly Hatch)
5. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund
Transfer #10-32 in the amount of $1,277.23 to the Library Building Maintenance
Expense Account
6. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund
Transfer #10-33 in the amount of $2,262.25 to the Firefighters Wages Account
7. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer
#10-34 in the amount of $826.80 to the Fire Department Expenses Account
8. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer
#10-35 in the amount of $220.14 to the EMT Wages Account
9. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer
#10-36 in the amount of $425.00 to the CemeteryWages Account
10. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Year End Transfer #10-AT11
in the amount of $515.05 to the Library Building Maintenance Account
11. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Year End Transfer #10-AT12
in the amount of $2,400.00 to the Clerical Wages Account
12. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Year End Transfer #10-AT13
in the amount of $7,500.00 to the Administration & Operations Expense Account
13. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Year End Transfer #10-AT14
in the amount of $272.91 to the Fire Department Expenses Account
14. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Year End Transfer #10-AT15
in the amount of $1,200.00 to the EMT Expense Account
15. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on 2010 Boundary Validation
Program Form
16. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Chapter 90 Request
17. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on VADAR Contract
18. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on MIIA Liability, Property and
Casualty Insurance Renewal
19. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on MIIA Cabot Risk Strategies,
LLC Insurance Renewal
20. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Ford Motor Credit Company
Documents for 2 Leased Cruisers
21. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Collins Center Contract
22. Request for Selectmen’s Annual Appointments (see list)
23. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on MART Advisory Board
Appointment Form
24. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Montachusett Joint
Transportation Committee Appointment Form
25. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of a Municipal Ethics Commission Liaison
26. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report
27. Public Comments (if any)
28. Adjourn
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of June 9, 2010
3. Selectmen Approve and Sign Payroll Warrant W51P in the amount of $41,742.96,
Vendor Warrant W52B in the amount of $37,498.48, Vendor Warrant W52B1 in
the amount of $48,212.41 and Vendor Warrant W00B in the amount of
$159,306.82
4. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on CDBG AH FY09 Housing Rehabilitation
Agreement Hubbardston Case #7 for $12,315.00 (Shelly Hatch)
5. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund
Transfer #10-32 in the amount of $1,277.23 to the Library Building Maintenance
Expense Account
6. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund
Transfer #10-33 in the amount of $2,262.25 to the Firefighters Wages Account
7. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer
#10-34 in the amount of $826.80 to the Fire Department Expenses Account
8. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer
#10-35 in the amount of $220.14 to the EMT Wages Account
9. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer
#10-36 in the amount of $425.00 to the CemeteryWages Account
10. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Year End Transfer #10-AT11
in the amount of $515.05 to the Library Building Maintenance Account
11. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Year End Transfer #10-AT12
in the amount of $2,400.00 to the Clerical Wages Account
12. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Year End Transfer #10-AT13
in the amount of $7,500.00 to the Administration & Operations Expense Account
13. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Year End Transfer #10-AT14
in the amount of $272.91 to the Fire Department Expenses Account
14. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Year End Transfer #10-AT15
in the amount of $1,200.00 to the EMT Expense Account
15. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on 2010 Boundary Validation
Program Form
16. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Chapter 90 Request
17. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on VADAR Contract
18. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on MIIA Liability, Property and
Casualty Insurance Renewal
19. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on MIIA Cabot Risk Strategies,
LLC Insurance Renewal
20. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Ford Motor Credit Company
Documents for 2 Leased Cruisers
21. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Collins Center Contract
22. Request for Selectmen’s Annual Appointments (see list)
23. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on MART Advisory Board
Appointment Form
24. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Montachusett Joint
Transportation Committee Appointment Form
25. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of a Municipal Ethics Commission Liaison
26. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report
27. Public Comments (if any)
28. Adjourn
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Ashby Village District Sewer Study
Initial Meeting, Tuesday June 15th at 7:00pm in the Town Hall
The study is to examine the feasibility and cost of a public sewer system to serve the center of town.
The area of the study is Main St. from Turnpike Rd to Ashby Elementary School.
The topics covered are scope of the study, methodology and potential locations for treatment facility.
The study will be conducted by the Montachusett Regional Planning Commission with funding from the District Local Technical Assistance grant.
The Public is welcome to come learn and share your thoughts.
Ashby Planning Board
The study is to examine the feasibility and cost of a public sewer system to serve the center of town.
The area of the study is Main St. from Turnpike Rd to Ashby Elementary School.
The topics covered are scope of the study, methodology and potential locations for treatment facility.
The study will be conducted by the Montachusett Regional Planning Commission with funding from the District Local Technical Assistance grant.
The Public is welcome to come learn and share your thoughts.
Ashby Planning Board
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Selectmen's Agenda June 9, 2010
SELECTMEN’S MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of May 26, 2010
3. Selectmen Approve and Sign Payroll Warrant W49P in the amount of $___________ and Vendor Warrant 50B in the amount of $____________
4. Request for Selectmen’s Signature on Letter to Extend Joint Fuel Contracts for #2 Fuel and Gasoline and Diesel for One Year
5. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Townsend Police Officers as Special Police Officers in Ashby for FY2011
6. Request for Selectmen’s Vote on MIIA Health Benefits Trust Rate Proposal and Signature on MIIA Health Insurance Letter regarding the Same
7. 7:30 p.m. – Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Presentation (Sheila Lumi)
8. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Mike Bussell as North Middlesex Area Emergency Planning Committee Member for a Term to Expire June 30, 2012
9. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Bill Seymour, Jr. as North Middlesex Area Emergency Planning Committee Member for a Term to Expire June 30, 2012
10. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Dave Rainville as North Middlesex Area Emergency Planning Committee Alternate Member for a Term to Expire June 30, 2012
11. Request for Selectmen’s Signature on North Middlesex Area Emergency Planning Committee Letter
12. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Bill Seymour, Jr. as Community Emergency Response Coordinator for the North Middlesex Area Emergency Planning Committee
13. Request for Selectmen’s Signature on Community Emergency Response Coordinator Appointment Notification Letter
14. Request for Selectmen’s Signature on North Middlesex Area Emergency Planning Committee Memorandum of Understanding
15. Request for Selectman’s Signature on Designation of FEMA Application Agent Form
16. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report
17. Public Comments (if any)
18. Adjourn
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of May 26, 2010
3. Selectmen Approve and Sign Payroll Warrant W49P in the amount of $___________ and Vendor Warrant 50B in the amount of $____________
4. Request for Selectmen’s Signature on Letter to Extend Joint Fuel Contracts for #2 Fuel and Gasoline and Diesel for One Year
5. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Townsend Police Officers as Special Police Officers in Ashby for FY2011
6. Request for Selectmen’s Vote on MIIA Health Benefits Trust Rate Proposal and Signature on MIIA Health Insurance Letter regarding the Same
7. 7:30 p.m. – Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Presentation (Sheila Lumi)
8. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Mike Bussell as North Middlesex Area Emergency Planning Committee Member for a Term to Expire June 30, 2012
9. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Bill Seymour, Jr. as North Middlesex Area Emergency Planning Committee Member for a Term to Expire June 30, 2012
10. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Dave Rainville as North Middlesex Area Emergency Planning Committee Alternate Member for a Term to Expire June 30, 2012
11. Request for Selectmen’s Signature on North Middlesex Area Emergency Planning Committee Letter
12. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Bill Seymour, Jr. as Community Emergency Response Coordinator for the North Middlesex Area Emergency Planning Committee
13. Request for Selectmen’s Signature on Community Emergency Response Coordinator Appointment Notification Letter
14. Request for Selectmen’s Signature on North Middlesex Area Emergency Planning Committee Memorandum of Understanding
15. Request for Selectman’s Signature on Designation of FEMA Application Agent Form
16. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report
17. Public Comments (if any)
18. Adjourn
Friday, May 21, 2010
Funding for Residential Solar Heat & Hot Water
Notice of Funding Availability
The Montachusett Regional Planning Commission (MRPC) has received funding through the Housing Preservation Grant Program funded by US Rural Development.
These funds are available to income qualified households in Ashby and Hubbardston to install solar heat and/or domestic hot water.
If you are interested please contact Shelly Hatch at 978-345-7376, x305 for more information.
The Montachusett Regional Planning Commission (MRPC) has received funding through the Housing Preservation Grant Program funded by US Rural Development.
These funds are available to income qualified households in Ashby and Hubbardston to install solar heat and/or domestic hot water.
If you are interested please contact Shelly Hatch at 978-345-7376, x305 for more information.
Memorial Day Parade Schedule
Memorial Day Ceremonies on The Ashby Common, May 31st
1:30 PM Memorial Services at West Cemetery
1:45 PM All Marching Units Assemble at the American Legion Post 361
2:00 PM March to Revolutionary and 1812 Cemetery
2:30 PM Marching Units Depart to Glenwood Cemetery
3:00 PM Marching Units Depart to The Ashby Common
3:15 PM Ceremonies at The Ashby Common to Include Raising of The American Flag and Playing of The National Anthem
3:20 PM Dismissal of All Marching Units and Refreshments at The American
NOTE……….The S.A.L. once again will be putting on a Chicken BBQ. Serving time will be after the Parade. It’s still only $8.00 for a half chicken with vegetables, rolls, and a dessert. Get your tickets early!
Ashby American Legion Post 361 on Facebook
1:30 PM Memorial Services at West Cemetery
1:45 PM All Marching Units Assemble at the American Legion Post 361
2:00 PM March to Revolutionary and 1812 Cemetery
2:30 PM Marching Units Depart to Glenwood Cemetery
3:00 PM Marching Units Depart to The Ashby Common
3:15 PM Ceremonies at The Ashby Common to Include Raising of The American Flag and Playing of The National Anthem
3:20 PM Dismissal of All Marching Units and Refreshments at The American
NOTE……….The S.A.L. once again will be putting on a Chicken BBQ. Serving time will be after the Parade. It’s still only $8.00 for a half chicken with vegetables, rolls, and a dessert. Get your tickets early!
Ashby American Legion Post 361 on Facebook
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Disaster Assistance for property owners affected by the flooding
Disaster Assistance for home owners, renters, and business owners in Middlesex County who were affected by the flooding beginnng March 12, 2010
Apply by Phone 1-800-621-3362
TTY 1-800462-7585 for the hearing or speech impaired)
Apply online at www.disasterassistance.gov
Please have the following avaialble when you call:
A phone number where we can reach you
Social Security number
Current mailing address
Address of damaged property
Brief description of damages
Insurance information (if you have insurance)
Apply by Phone 1-800-621-3362
TTY 1-800462-7585 for the hearing or speech impaired)
Apply online at www.disasterassistance.gov
Please have the following avaialble when you call:
A phone number where we can reach you
Social Security number
Current mailing address
Address of damaged property
Brief description of damages
Insurance information (if you have insurance)
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Council on Aging Chores Corps Program Kids & Adults
Volunteers needed for Council on Aging Chores Corps Program Kids & Adults help seniors with yard work. To sign up call Kathryn Becker at 978-386-2424 ext. 27.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Selectmen's Agenda April 28, 2010
SELECTMEN’S MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Elect Board Officers
3. Selectmen Approve Minutes of April 14, 2010
4. Selectmen Approve and Sign Payroll Warrant W43P in the amount of $42,923.56 and Vendor Warrant 44B in the amount of $763,341.72
5. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer #10-31 in the amount of $1,157 to the Fire Department Expenses Account
6. American Legion Discussion (Larry Swope)
7. 7:30 p.m. – Pre-Town Meeting
8. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Scott LeClerc to fill Board of Health Vacancy for a Term to Expire on April 25, 2011 (C. Morgan)
9. Selectmen Designate Board of Selectmen Representative for Highway Union Negotiations
10. Town Administrator’s Report
11. Public Comments (if any)
12. Adjourn
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Elect Board Officers
3. Selectmen Approve Minutes of April 14, 2010
4. Selectmen Approve and Sign Payroll Warrant W43P in the amount of $42,923.56 and Vendor Warrant 44B in the amount of $763,341.72
5. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer #10-31 in the amount of $1,157 to the Fire Department Expenses Account
6. American Legion Discussion (Larry Swope)
7. 7:30 p.m. – Pre-Town Meeting
8. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Scott LeClerc to fill Board of Health Vacancy for a Term to Expire on April 25, 2011 (C. Morgan)
9. Selectmen Designate Board of Selectmen Representative for Highway Union Negotiations
10. Town Administrator’s Report
11. Public Comments (if any)
12. Adjourn
Friday, April 23, 2010
Annual Town Election Reminder
Annual Town Election will be held on Monday, April 26, 2010, 12:00 to 7:30 pm at Ashby Elementary. Specimen Ballot
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Warrant for Annual & Special Town Meeting
Warrant for Annual Town Meeting & Special Town Meeting, Saturday, May 1, 2010, 9:30 am at Ashby Elementary.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Board of Health is Seeking New Member
Board of Health seeking new member to fill a vacant position. Contact Bruce Adams
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Selectmen's Agenda April 14, 2010
SELECTMEN’S MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of February 9, March 3 and 31, 2010
3. Selectmen Approve and Sign Payroll Warrant W41P in the amount of $48,621.19, Vendor Warrant 42B in the amount of $39,711.02 and Vendor Warrant 42B1 in the amount of $61,773.06
4. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer #10-27 in the amount of $225 to the Assessor Expense Account
5. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer #10-28 in the amount of $944.18 to the EMS ALS Charges and Fees Expense Account
6. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer #10-29 in the amount of $10.93 to the Historical Commission Expense Account
7. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer #10-30 in the amount of $1,642.50 to Firefighters Wage Account
8. 7:30 p.m. - Selectmen Vote on Notice of Intent to Lay Out a Road (Alan Pease)
9. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on 4 CDBG AH FY09 Housing Rehabilitation Agreements (Ann Carabba)
10. Request for Selectmen’s Approval of Revised Mission Statement for the Energy Efficiency Committee (Jim Hubert)
11. Selectmen Discuss Chapter 90 Monies (Bill Davis)
12. Request for Selectmen’s Announcement and Signatures on Certificate of Announcement regarding a Parcel of Land in Ashby (Department of Conservation and Recreation)
13. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on 120 Waiver Form regarding a Parcel of Land in Ashby (Department of Conservation and Recreation)
14. Selectmen’s Discuss Division of Local Services’ Police and Communications Regionalization Analysis
15. Request for Selectmen’s Approval of EMS Write Offs
16. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrant Masters (5)
17. Town Administrator’s Report
18. Public Comments (if any)
19. Adjourn
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of February 9, March 3 and 31, 2010
3. Selectmen Approve and Sign Payroll Warrant W41P in the amount of $48,621.19, Vendor Warrant 42B in the amount of $39,711.02 and Vendor Warrant 42B1 in the amount of $61,773.06
4. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer #10-27 in the amount of $225 to the Assessor Expense Account
5. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer #10-28 in the amount of $944.18 to the EMS ALS Charges and Fees Expense Account
6. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer #10-29 in the amount of $10.93 to the Historical Commission Expense Account
7. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for Reserve Fund Transfer #10-30 in the amount of $1,642.50 to Firefighters Wage Account
8. 7:30 p.m. - Selectmen Vote on Notice of Intent to Lay Out a Road (Alan Pease)
9. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on 4 CDBG AH FY09 Housing Rehabilitation Agreements (Ann Carabba)
10. Request for Selectmen’s Approval of Revised Mission Statement for the Energy Efficiency Committee (Jim Hubert)
11. Selectmen Discuss Chapter 90 Monies (Bill Davis)
12. Request for Selectmen’s Announcement and Signatures on Certificate of Announcement regarding a Parcel of Land in Ashby (Department of Conservation and Recreation)
13. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on 120 Waiver Form regarding a Parcel of Land in Ashby (Department of Conservation and Recreation)
14. Selectmen’s Discuss Division of Local Services’ Police and Communications Regionalization Analysis
15. Request for Selectmen’s Approval of EMS Write Offs
16. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrant Masters (5)
17. Town Administrator’s Report
18. Public Comments (if any)
19. Adjourn
Friday, April 9, 2010
Ashby Townsend Police and Communication Regionalization Analysis Report
Ashby Townsend Police and Communication Regionalization Analysis from the Division of Local Services, Dept. of Revenue. This report was commissioned by the Selectmen to study the impact of Police and Communication regionalization with Townsend.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)